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Best serum for acne-prone skin in India

8 serums for acne-prone skin, from the products Miyu has read the most reviews for.

How this list is made

Every product here is listed for acne-prone skin, and has at least five reviews Miyu has read. They are ranked by how positively reviewers talk about them, weighted by how many reviews there are, minus how often reviewers report a skin problem — breakouts, irritation, dryness or darkening. Nobody pays to be on this list.

What suits most acne-prone skin may not suit yours. Ask Miyu to check one against your own skin.

  1. #1 · The Derma Co

    10% Niacinamide Face Serum with 2% Zinc PCA - 50ml

    Best for: controlling oil; reducing breakouts

    Reviewers like: Fades pigmentation and dark spots

    Avoid if: very dry skin (may be too drying); sensitive skin (patch test first)

  2. #2 · Colorbar

    Luminous Glowing & Brightening Serum

    Best for: uneven skin tone; dull skin

    Reviewers like: Lightweight and absorbs quickly

    Avoid if: very dry skin (may need more); sensitive to high niacinamide

  3. #3 · Conscious Chemist

    Trubiom Pigmentation & Dark Spots Treatment Serum

    Best for: fading dark spots; uneven skin tone

    Reviewers like: Reduces acne and acne marks

    Avoid if: very dry skin (may need more hydration); sensitive to niacinamide

  4. #4 · Foxtale

    12% Niacinamide Clarifying Serum

    Best for: reducing breakouts; minimizing pore appearance

    Reviewers like: Fades acne scars and dark spots

    Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive to high niacinamide

  5. #5 · Plum

    10% Niacinamide & Rice Water Brightening Face Serum For Clear & Bright Skin

    Best for: reducing acne marks; evening skin tone

    Reviewers like: Reduces dark spots and acne marks

    Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive to niacinamide

  6. #6 · Minimalist

    Salicylic Acid 2% Face Serum

    Best for: acne-prone skin; clogged pores

    Reviewers like: Reduces acne and stubborn marks

    Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive skin (patch test)

  7. #7 · Minimalist

    Vitamin C 10% Face Serum

    Best for: brightening dull skin; fading dark spots

    Reviewers like: Imparts an instant glow and radiance to the skin

    Avoid if: very sensitive skin; allergic to Vitamin C

  8. #8 · Dr. Sheth's

    Cica Exosomes & Vitamin C Glow Serum - 30ml

    Best for: fading dark spots; uneven skin tone

    Reviewers like: Brightens skin and provides a glow

    Avoid if: no known conflicts

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